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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Racism Scandal: Player Admitted to Monkey Chant

Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni admitted to racially insulting Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match.

Feb 27 • 08:44 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Benfica Clarifies the Truth About Prestianni's Alleged Racial Abuse Against Vinicius

Benfica denies reports that player Gianluca Prestianni admitted to making racist remarks towards Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during a recent Champions League match.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man sentenced to 19 years in prison for homicide after a jealousy dispute in Quirinópolis

Luan Vinícius da Silva Andrade has been sentenced to 19 years in prison for the murder of João Batista Cabral Júnior following a jealousy-related argument in Quirinópolis, Brazil.

Feb 27 • 01:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Prestianni admitted to racist insult to Vinicius Junior, says newspaper; Benfica denies

A Portuguese newspaper reported that Gianluca Prestianni admitted to using a racist slur against Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match, but Benfica has formally denied this claim.

Feb 26 • 22:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Benfica release new statement after claims Gianluca Prestianni admitted Vinicius Jr racism

Benfica has released a statement rejecting claims that player Gianluca Prestianni admitted to racially abusing Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match.

Feb 26 • 20:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

The Upward Trend of Vinicius Without Kylian Mbappé (or Xabi Alonso)

Vinicius has returned to form, scoring in five consecutive games, coinciding with Kylian Mbappé's absence due to injury.

Feb 26 • 16:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Video shows suspect of killing woman who rejected kiss arriving at the victim's house in MG

A surveillance video captured Matheus Vinícius de Souza arriving at the home of Priscila Beatriz Assis Teixeira before he allegedly murdered her after she rejected his kiss.

Feb 26 • 15:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Vinícius Júnior dances: "A victory for all who stand against racism"

Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior celebrated a victory against Benfica with a dance, emphasizing the importance of combating racism in football after recent incidents.

Feb 26 • 14:06 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

"Call 190".. Corinthians players express solidarity with Vinicius in a striking way (Video)

Corinthians players demonstrated solidarity with Vinicius Junior by covering their mouths with shirts that read 'Racism is a crime. Report it' during a recent match.

Feb 26 • 13:19 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Champions League: In Support of Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid Supporters Unfurl a Banner Against Racism

Real Madrid supporters displayed a banner reading 'no to racism' during a Champions League match in support of Vinicius Jr, following allegations of racist abuse against him.

Feb 26 • 08:48 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Sports

Controversial Real Madrid star knocks Benfica out of Champions League

Vinicius Junior led Real Madrid to a victory over Benfica, eliminating them from the Champions League after a racially charged controversy.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Sports

UEFA did not allow the alleged racist Prestianni to participate in the return match. Vinícius provoked again and journalists unsuccessfully searched for Mourinho

UEFA suspended Gianluca Prestianni prior to a return match amid allegations of racist remarks directed at Vinícius Júnior, sparking controversy during a Champions League clash between Benfica and Real Madrid.

Feb 26 • 05:47 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Real Madrid-Benfica: Vinicius as a symbol, Tchouaméni comes out of his box, Asencio disastrous and knocked out... The highs & lows

Real Madrid secured a hard-fought victory against Benfica in the Champions League, with Vinicius Jr. emerging as a key player.

Feb 26 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Vinicius ignites the series with goals and accusations, in a night to forget for Otamendi and the return of Mastantuono

Vinicius Jr. shone for Real Madrid in their 2-1 victory over Benfica, securing a spot in the Champions League Round of 16.

Feb 26 • 00:27 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Sports

UCL: Vinicius scores winner as Real Madrid beat Benfica 2-1

Vinicius Junior scored the decisive goal, leading Real Madrid to a 2-1 victory over Benfica in the Champions League, securing their place in the last 16.

Feb 25 • 23:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Accused of killing off-duty police officer during robbery at car dealership become defendants

Two men have become defendants in the case of the murder of off-duty police officer Vinícius de Castro Lima during a robbery at a car dealership in Belo Horizonte.

Feb 25 • 22:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

And Vinicius danced again with Benfica for Madrid to advance to the knockout stage

Vinicius' goal helped Real Madrid progress to the Champions League knockout stage after a shaky start against Benfica.

Feb 25 • 22:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

Vinicius scores and dances on the way to the Champions League round of 16

Vinicius Jr. showcases his talent and resilience, scoring twice in a Champions League match against Benfica while confronting racism and team inconsistencies.

Feb 25 • 22:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Sports

Vinicius Jnr silences Benfica boos as Real march on in Champions League

Vinicius Jnr faced boos from Benfica fans but responded strongly during the match, leading to tensions between the teams and controversial remarks by Benfica's manager.

Feb 25 • 22:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Real beats Benfica: Vinícius dances at the end

Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Benfica, with Vinícius Júnior scoring the decisive goal.

Feb 25 • 22:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Real defeats Benfica: Vinícius dances in the end

Real Madrid achieved a 2-1 victory over Benfica in the playoff, with Vinícius Júnior scoring the decisive goal.

Feb 25 • 22:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Champions League: Vinícius Júnior Gives the Answer

Vinícius Júnior's performance secured Real Madrid's advancement to the Champions League knockout stage amid recent controversies.

Feb 25 • 22:11 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Amid protests against racism, Vini Jr. reunites with Benfica; Real advances in the Champions League

Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior showcased his talent in a Champions League match against Benfica, where the crowd protested against racism in support of the player.

Feb 25 • 22:04 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Real Madrid advances in Champions League – denied Schjelderup and Aursnes advancement

Real Madrid secured their spot in the Champions League Round of 16 after a 3-1 aggregate victory over Benfica, despite an early lead from the Portuguese side.

Feb 25 • 22:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

LIVE – Real Madrid-Benfica: after tensions in Lisbon, the Madrilenians must secure their qualification without Mbappé

Real Madrid faces Benfica in a crucial Champions League match amidst racial controversy and the absence of star player Kylian Mbappé.

Feb 25 • 19:31 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Real Madrid announces its solidarity with Vinicius with a huge banner

Real Madrid fans displayed a massive 'No to Racism' banner in solidarity with Brazilian star Vinicius Junior before their match against Benfica.

Feb 25 • 18:57 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Benfica faces image damage due to behavior in Vinicius Junior case

Benfica is dealing with backlash following accusations of racism by Brazilian player Vinicius Junior against one of its players.

Feb 25 • 17:44 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Champions League: UEFA made a decision regarding the Prestianni case hours before the match between Real Madrid and Benfica

UEFA has upheld a provisional suspension of Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni, preventing him from participating in the Champions League match against Real Madrid due to allegations of racist insults towards Vinícius Júnior.

Feb 25 • 17:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

BREAKING: Gianluca Prestianni explodes after being banned for Real Madrid tie in now deleted post

Gianluca Prestianni has been banned for one game after UEFA upheld a provisional suspension due to allegations of racial abuse made by Vinicius of Real Madrid.

Feb 25 • 17:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Jose Mourinho bans himself, role in Vinicius Jr saga, Real Madrid fire back at old boss

Jose Mourinho faces backlash over comments regarding Vinicius Junior's alleged racial abuse, as Real Madrid and Benfica prepare for a Champions League clash.

Feb 25 • 15:21 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Schneider receives 4,000 death threats due to Vinicius crisis

Wesley Schneider revealed he received 4,000 death threats following his comments on a racial incident involving Vinicius Junior.

Feb 25 • 12:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Prestianni and Vinicius: a shirt for each insult

The article discusses the aftermath of a racially charged incident between footballers Gianluca Prestianni and Vinicius, focusing on UEFA's decision to impose a preventive sanction against Prestianni.

Feb 25 • 12:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Real Madrid and Benfica face off in the Champions League amid tensions and controversies from the first leg

Real Madrid and Benfica are set to meet in a tense Champions League clash following a controversial first leg marked by accusations of racism.

Feb 25 • 12:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Wesley Sneijder defended Vinícius Junior in the clash with Gianluca Prestianni and received thousands of death threats

Wesley Sneijder has come under fire for defending Vinícius Junior, resulting in thousands of death threats against him from Argentine fans.

Feb 25 • 12:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Everything Jose Mourinho said about Vinicius Jr racism storm ahead of Real Madrid vs Benfica

Jose Mourinho addressed the racism allegations made by Vinicius Jr against Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni following a Champions League match.

Feb 25 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Real Madrid vs Benfica Champions League preview, team news and prediction

Real Madrid prepares to face Benfica in the Champions League knockout stage, with the outcome impacted by recent controversies surrounding player conduct.

Feb 25 • 10:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

What Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni allegedly said to Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr as he's suspended

Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni faces a one-match ban and investigation after allegedly racially abusing Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match.

Feb 25 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Who is Gianluca Prestianni? Benfica player involved in Vinicius Jr racism storm profiled

Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni has been accused of racially abusing Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match, which has led to a suspension and an ongoing investigation.

Feb 25 • 09:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Champions League: After the Chaos in Lisbon, Real Madrid Aims to Enchant the Bernabéu

Following the chaotic events in Lisbon, Real Madrid is set to impress its home crowd at the Bernabéu while seeking qualification for the Champions League knockout stage against Benfica.

Feb 25 • 06:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

The threat of suspension looms over four Real Madrid players in the Benfica match

Several Real Madrid players could face suspensions in their next UEFA Champions League match if they receive yellow cards against Benfica.

Feb 25 • 05:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Gianluca Prestianni to allege Vinicius Jr called him a DWARF in defence against racism claim

Gianluca Prestianni plans to claim that Vinicius Jr. called him a dwarf during a heated exchange following allegations of racial abuse against him.

Feb 24 • 19:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Courtois Responds to Chilavert Ahead of Real Madrid vs Benfica Clash in the Champions League: "It's Regrettable"

Thibaut Courtois addressed comments by former Paraguayan player José Luis Chilavert and supported Vinícius Júnior regarding allegations of racist insults ahead of Real Madrid's Champions League match against Benfica.

Feb 24 • 17:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Real Madrid star fires back at Jose Mourinho over Vinicius Junior comments

Thibaut Courtois has defended Vinicius Junior after Jose Mourinho's controversial remarks regarding the Brazilian's celebrations in light of alleged racist abuse during a Champions League match.

Feb 24 • 16:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vinicius Junior's case drives attempt to change anti-discrimination law in Portugal

The racial abuse incident involving Brazilian player Vinicius Junior has prompted a significant push for legal reforms against discrimination in Portugal.

Feb 24 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meet 'The Afro-Sambas,' an album that, after 60 years, gives rise to a show and album by Marcos Sacramento and Zé Paulo Becker

Marcos Sacramento and Zé Paulo Becker are set to release an album and perform a show celebrating the 60th anniversary of 'Os afro-sambas de Baden e Vinicius.'

Feb 24 • 13:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Vinicius Jr 'to decide' if Real Madrid ABANDON Benfica match as strong new statements made

Thibaut Courtois has stated that Real Madrid will consider abandoning their Champions League match against Benfica if their player Vinicius Jr decides due to any further racist comments aimed at him.

Feb 24 • 13:18 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

A Madrid-Benfica before the press regarding Prestianni-Vinicius: "Mourinho? It's disappointing to use Vini's celebration to justify the insult"

The Real Madrid vs Benfica match has taken on heightened intensity following racially charged accusations made by Vinicius Júnior against player Gianluca Prestianni.

Feb 24 • 13:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Jon Obi Mikel tears into Jose Mourinho after Vinicius Jr racism row - 'He f***ed up'

Jon Obi Mikel criticizes Jose Mourinho for his remarks regarding the racism incident involving Vinicius Jr.

Feb 23 • 22:51 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

UEFA provisionally suspends Gianluca Prestianni after alleged racist insults against Vinícius Jr.

Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni has been provisionally suspended by UEFA's Ethics and Disciplinary Committee due to his alleged racist insults towards Brazilian player Vinícius Jr.

Feb 23 • 21:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Rio Ferdinand defends Jose Mourinho after UEFA takes action over Vinicius Jr racism saga

Rio Ferdinand has come to Jose Mourinho's defense amidst controversy over Mourinho's comments regarding a racism allegation made by Vinicius Jr.

Feb 23 • 19:18 UTC

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